[Carlos Martes]

Hello everyone!

TCP/IP stands for Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol, which is the fundamental communication protocol suit used for transmitting data over networks, including the internet. It basically defines how data should be packaged, addressed, transmitted, routed, and received between computers. TCP ensures reliable and ordered delivery of data by breaking it into smaller packets, checking errors and reassembling it at the destination. The IP on the other hand handles the addressing and routing of these packets to ensure they reach the correct device. Together, it enables different types of computers and networks to communicate effectively, forming the backbone of modern internet communication. Fun fact: its simple and open design has helped make the internet a global network where many different systems can work together with little to no flaw.